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05/08/2026

Over two weeks, 15 young Traveller girls took part in a creative summer camp with Tipperary Rural Travellers Project, exploring the rich tradition of Beady Pockets while bringing Traveller heritage into a modern creative setting.

Led by creative facilitator Francesca Hutchinson, the young people explored hand sewing, textile art, machine sewing and upcycling. Transforming t-shirts and materials into creative pieces while learning new skills along the way. 🪡🎨

This project was about culture, connection, confidence and creating a space where young people could explore and celebrate their heritage, in their own way.

The project builds on the trusted relationship already established between Francesca and the group through previous creative projects. At LCYP, we recognise the importance of these long-term relationships between young people and skilled creative practitioners, creating the foundations for meaningful and sustained creative engagement.

A huge thank you to the Education Peer Support Workers at Tipperary Rural Traveller Project, whose cultural knowledge, sensitivity and support were integral to making this project such a positive and meaningful experience. 💜

Pavee Point National Traveller Womens Forum Irish Traveller Movement

22/05/2026

What an incredible day on Monday 27th April as LCYP, alongside The GAFF team, brought a full programme of youth-led creativity to Templemore FET.

From hands-on workshops in visual art, mask making, rap and spoken word, to a youth consultation and artist-led discussions, the day was all about expression, collaboration and giving young people a voice.

A standout moment was the unveiling of the Paint Punch canvas, placing youth creativity proudly at the heart of the FET centre. 👏🎨

A powerful day of connection, creativity and community, showcasing what happens when young people are given the space to create and be heard. ❤️

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05/05/2026

Sorcán Sessions with Willzee in Tipperary Youth Arts Hub

On Friday, April 17th, young people and youth workers came together at Clonmel Community Youth Project, Elm Park Community Centre for an inspiring Sorcán Session with Willzee, as part of the Tipperary Youth Arts Hub.

Led by award-winning spoken word artist Willzee, the session explored creative writing, rap and spoken word, giving participants the space to connect, express themselves, and find their voice.

It was a powerful morning of creativity, collaboration and shared learning, offering practical tools and inspiration that can be brought back into youth work settings to support young people’s expression and confidence. 👏❤️

A fantastic example of what happens when arts and youth work come together to create meaningful opportunities for connection and creativity.

28/04/2026

On the second day of the Sensory SongTales programme, LCYP Coordinator Nuala Martin, alongside Pauline Mogen (Youth Work Team), visited the workshop and experienced a calm, immersive and deeply moving space of creativity and connection.

The visit highlighted the strength of the ongoing partnership between Ceol Connected and Nenagh Community Special School, with staff reflecting on the value of continuity, noting how children returned more confident, familiar with the space, and ready to engage more deeply with the experience.

Through music, song, light, scent, movement and touch, children and their families were invited into a softly unfolding nature-inspired sensory world, designed to support curiosity, comfort and child-led exploration at every step.✨

A truly beautiful example of inclusive, responsive and deeply attuned creative practice in action.

Beautiful photographs by Caleb Barrett capture the gentle magic of Sensory SongTales, an intimate, artist-led sensory workshop created by Ceol Connected for young children with additional needs and their families.

📸 Photographer: Caleb Barrett .drag
🤝 With thanks to Ceol Connected, Nenagh Community Special School, and Tipperary ETB Tipperary ETB Youth Work Team

23/03/2026

Bean Together: A Crop for the Future

LCYP Coordinator Nuala Martin recently attended this inspiring, child-led arts project in Clonoulty, where creativity, play and community come together.

Through printmaking, pop-up builds and shared making, young people are not just participants, but co-creators, shaping ideas, spaces and stories rooted in their own environment.

Projects like this show the power of creative collaboration and youth voice, reimagining rural spaces through playful ecology and imagination.

A huge well done to all involved in delivering such a meaningful and innovative initiative. 👏

Creative Ireland Tipperary Print Van Go
The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon

19/03/2026

Interested in joining the Creative Schools programme in 2026?

The Creative Schools Award supports primary, post-primary, and Youthreach centres across Ireland to embed arts and creativity into children’s and young people’s everyday lives. Over a two-year guided journey, schools and centres develop a Creative Schools Plan tailored to their community, with children and young people actively involved in planning, decision-making, and reflection.

Supports include:
Up to 9 days of expert guidance from a Creative Associate each year
A €4,000 grant for arts projects and activities

This flagship initiative from the Creative Ireland Programme, led by the Arts Council, empowers schools to unlock every child’s creative potential.

For support with applications or more info, email: [email protected]

Find out more about online clinics for teachers and principals/coordinators of primary and post-primary schools, Special Schools and Youthreach centres on the arts council website.

The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon Creative Ireland Tipperary Tipperary ETB

16/03/2026

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit! 🍀🇮🇪

03/03/2026

Last Thursday, LCYP Coordinator Nuala Martin joined a special national webinar as part of the SPARK Youth Arts Festival, hosted by NYCI’s National Youth Arts Programme in partnership with Maynooth University.

The webinar shared key findings from a national mixed-methods doctoral study on how youth work uniquely fosters creativity, introducing the ‘Four Dimensions of Creativity’ framework. Participants explored evidence-based insights, case studies from Limerick Youth Service’s Lava Javas Youth Café, and a panel discussion on the future of creativity in youth work, policy, and practice.

Nuala joined panelists including Dr. Saoirse Reynolds Conlon, Dr. Sinéad McMahon, Liz Coman (Arts Council), Kate Delaney (Creative Ireland Programme), and young representative Mason Creedy, contributing LCYP’s perspective on creative partnerships, seldom-heard voices, and youth-led innovation.

This webinar highlighted how youth work can empower young people, support inclusion, and transform creative practice across Ireland, a key focus of LCYP’s ongoing work in Tipperary. 🌟

The webinar can be viewed here: https://www.artsteps.com/view/698db15b728819e117f539d9

The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon Maynooth University National Youth Council of Ireland Creative Ireland Tipperary

11/02/2026

Nasc le Nádúr 🌿📸

📸: Creative Schools | Scoileanna Ildánacha

05/02/2026

Last week, LCYP Coordinator Nuala Martin joined Ann Burke (Traveller Education Programme Coordinator) and Fiona Quinn (LCYP Coordinator, Cork ETB) at a valuable and enlightening seminar in Cork City Hall, focused on creating an inclusive education system for all children and young people.

Key highlights from the seminar included:
📌 Dr Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children, on education for Travellers as a fundamental human right.
📌 Dr Hannagh McGinley on barriers to an inclusive education system, including structural, cultural, and systemic challenges; implications for Traveller and Roma learners; and updates on TRES inclusion recommendations.
📌 A guided discussion to explore progress, challenges, and next steps for a more inclusive education system.

This event reinforced LCYP’s commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and advocating for seldom-heard youth voices across Tipperary and beyond.

Photo 1: Dr Hannah McGinley, MIC Thurles, Nuala Martin, LCYP Tipperary Coordinator, Megan Berry, TRES Traveller Coordinator and Anne Burke, Goras Coordinator
Photo 3: Dr Hannah McGinley, MIC Thurles,Megan Berry, TRES Traveller Coordinator and Anne Burke, Goras Coordinator
Photo 5: Nuala Martin, LCYP Tipperary Coordinator, Ann Burke, Goras Coordinator, Fiona Quinn, Cork ETB

Ombudsman for Children's Office Tipperary Rural Travellers Project

Cork ETB Youth Services Cork Education and Training Board Mary Immaculate College, Ireland Tipperary ETB Galway Traveller Movement Cork ETB Youth Services Cork Traveller Visibility Group Ltd

Address

FET College, Tipperary Education And Training Board (ETB)
Templemore
E41FF98

Telephone

+353868310714

Website

https://www.creativeireland.gov.ie/en/creative-youth/creative-youth-partnerships/

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